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Welcome to Audie Cornish and Ari Shapiro’s Engagement Party, where the hot takes are the smart takes. After years of working side by side, Audie and Ari have made it official with their pop culture podcast. Party hopping between what you're watching, reading and scrolling, these longtime friends unpack what matters in our endless feeds. Premiering May 22.

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Latest Episodes

Capitol Hill has a new kind of journalist: TMZ, the tabloid news powerhouse known for its scoops and celebrity paparazzi coverage. Audie sits down with Jacob Wasserman, co-managing editor of TMZ DC, to discuss his first few weeks on the job—and why b... more

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Ramy Youssef has spent the past decade building a career that spans TV, stand-up, film and has even landed some big awards. Now, with the release of his third comedy special, In Love, he joins Audie to reflect on what it means to tell Arab American s... more

Artemis II returns from its historic mission to the far side of the moon, inspiring millions during an otherwise tense news cycle. Astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi joins Audie to unpack the mix of awe, hope, and unease shaping this new era of space expl... more

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The manosphere isn’t fringe anymore. It’s mainstream, political and hard to ignore. Louis Theroux’s latest Netflix documentary “Inside the Manosphere” arrives after a decade-long rise, from the gamergate controversy to personas like Andrew Tate. Audi... more

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Jacob Wasserman
Co-managing Editor of TMZ DC
TMZ DC
Episode: TMZ is Turning Heads on Capitol Hill
Ramy Youssef
Comedian, actor, creator of Ramy
Hulu (Ramy), In Love (HBO Max)
Episode: Ramy Youssef Wants Everyone to Laugh
Hakeem Oluseyi
Astrophysicist, former NASA researcher
Astrophysicist, former NASA researcher
Episode: Tell Me How to Feel About Space
Jessica Grose
Opinion writer for the New York Times
New York Times
Episode: Is the Manosphere Finally Collapsing?
Jennifer Freed
Psychpsychologist and astrologer, psychologist with a long practice in astrology
Psychotherapy practice; astrologer to the stars
Episode: Astrology Isn’t Just a Vibe, It’s a Booming Industry
Chani Nicholas
Astrologer and founder of the Chani App
Chani App
Episode: Astrology Isn’t Just a Vibe, It’s a Booming Industry
McKay Coppins
Staff writer for The Atlantic, author and new gambler
The Atlantic
Episode: When the Bookie Is in Your Pocket
George Civeris
Co-host of United States of Kennedy
United States of Kennedy
Episode: From JFK to RFK Jr.: How the Kennedys Track American Culture
Megan Cruz
TikTok movie critic, part of the online Paris social critique scene
Independent critic / online creator
Episode: Oscars 2026: Chalamet, Sinners ... and Our Predictions

Host

Audie Cornish
Host of the show; long-form interviewer with a background in NPR and other major outlets; known for thoughtful, probing questions and cross-format storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Not enough liberal perspectives

    This podcast will have people from the far right discuss their nonsense religious views but wont hear anyones perspective whose more than a little left of center.

    Also just get a witch to talk to if you want to learn about witchcraft rather than have a guy who went to a pagan event give his opinion of us from the outside.

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    1
    Patrickzumba
    United States5 months ago
  • Thank heavens for Audie!

    Audie Cornish is a smart, savvy, essential, and yes, funny voice in today’s news. Honestly, Audie’s a treasure. Terrific podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrklynDavid
    United States8 months ago
  • Unchecked Miscoceptions

    I had the privilege of hearing a recent The Assignment podcast about “Political Violence,” that made me cringe. First of all, I was so shocked at how little effort was made to correct the statement about Malcom X’s views and perceived actions around violence. Therefore, I went to find source material (Chat GPT) to show that … Malcolm X himself did not personally engage in violent attacks in America.

    Here’s the distinction:

       •   What he believed:

          •   Malcolm X (especially during his Nati... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. D Brown IA.
    United States8 months ago
  • An open, clear discussion of the issues of our times.

    This is what we keep saying we’ll want from journalism. Thank you for putting a mirror and expertise to the questions we face.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OatesTom
    United States8 months ago
  • Fun conversations

    Enjoyed the Girl on Girl podcast. The way women are treated in the media is interesting and impacts how they are perceived in society. Unfortunately so much of the media is negative. I’m going to read the book.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LNT1000
    United States10 months ago

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Guests and topics are described as insightful and timely, with a tendency toward deep dives.
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Audie is consistently praised for her interviewing rigor and clarity.

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Ramy Youssef Wants Everyone to Laugh
Q: I have to ask you about the show because there's funny things in the show. You talk about being at a point in your personal life where you're not sure about having kids; can you explain that dynamic?
Ramy describes wrestling with whether to start a family, the difference between his personal timeline and his parents' expectations, and how that tension informs the humor and emotional honesty of his work.
When the Bookie Is in Your Pocket
Q: How did you approach gambling when you started, and what did you think it would reveal about sports betting?
I believed I could understand the system well enough to win, thinking I was the exception, and Nate Silver's guidance exposed that the odds and house edge made consistent winning nearly impossible.
Ken Leung on Playing One of TV’s Most Toxic Bosses
Q: What are your thoughts on the character's impact and how viewers perceive him?
The character embodies a spectrum of moral ambiguity, reflecting how viewers might judge behavior differently based on personal experience.
Ken Leung on Playing One of TV’s Most Toxic Bosses
Q: How did you come to understand the driving forces behind your character, Eric Tao?
It evolved over time; initially, it was suggested to me by Lena Dunham that I would be a mentor to younger cast members, which helped me find an ambitious aspect to the character.
It’s Super Bowl Season... for Fashion
Q: What do you think it is that has incensed critics regarding Lauren Sanchez's presence in fashion?
There's a sense that she has not earned the place to be in high fashion, like others, which creates a criticism of snobbery around exclusivity.

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This show blends politics with culture, spotlighting how ideas, media, and power shape the current American moment. Frequent conversations explore the intersection of politics, pop culture, and technology, featuring seasoned journalists, writers, and industry insiders who unpack representation, media strategy, and social dynamics. Episodes stand out for humanizing reporters' experiences across formats (radio, TV, podcasts), candid discussions about mentorship and collaboration, and timely takes on topics like AI, online influence, and global events. Potential listeners will find sharp skepticism, nuanced analysis, and guests who illuminate how culture drives political discourse rather than focusing on horse-race coverage alone.

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1. Jacob Wasserman
2. Ramy Youssef
3. Hakeem Oluseyi
4. Jessica Grose
5. Jennifer Freed
6. Chani Nicholas
7. McKay Coppins
8. George Civeris

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